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InspireFinancialLearning.ca is an initiative of the Ontario Teachers' Federation to provide teachers with effective tools and strategies to help their students navigate the complex world of personal finances.

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Lesson Plan

Saving vs. spending

In this lesson, students will explore the pros and cons of spending and saving, and the effect of interest on saving and borrowing. Class discussions cover the importance of starting early with retirement and other savings plans, the importance of an emergency fund, and how to apply the Rule of 72.

  • Grade Level: 11-12
  • Course(s)/Subject(s):

    HIP4O – Personal Life Management MCR3U – Functions
    CIE 3M – The Individual and the Economy

Lesson Plan

Setting priorities

In this lesson, students will brainstorm their expenses and categorize each as a need or a want. Using an example from current events, students will discuss the importance of setting spending priorities, and distinguishing between needs and wants to ensure financial security.

  • Grade Level: 9-12
  • Course(s)/Subject(s):

    HFL4E – Food and Healthy Living
    HIF1O/2O – Exploring Family Studies
    HIP4O – Personal Life Management
    CIE 3M – The Individual and the Economy

Lesson Plan

Know your flow

In this lesson, students will identify and review their expenses and income and learn to create a budget.

  • Grade Level: 9-12
  • Course(s)/Subject(s):

    BBI1O/BBI2O – Introduction to Business
    HIF1O/2O – Exploring Family Studies
    HIP4O – Personal Life Management
    CIE 3M – The Individual and the Economy

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